Douglas reveals rare forests and centuries-old roots
In 2007, Classic Chronicle explored Douglas, Massachusetts, from the rare cedar swamps of Douglas State Forest to a family-run sawmill across the Rhode Island border Douglas, Massachusetts, is home to the 6,000-acre Douglas State Forest, a natural sanctuary of trails, lakes, and rare ecosystems. The forest, which covers one-third of the town, is left to regenerate naturally and features unique features such as the North Atlantic white cedar swamps. Volunteers from the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor explore these trails daily, uncovering remnants of colonial life. Alan Richardson, who runs Richardson Farm and Sawmill in Rhode Island, has owned the 500-acre property since the 1700s.
Veröffentlicht : vor 6 Stunden durch Nicole Estaphan in Environment
Nestled in Worcester County, Douglas, Massachusetts, is home to the 6,000-acre Douglas State Forest, a natural sanctuary of trails, lakes and rare ecosystems. Lead supervisor Joseph Taylor said the fo... [1414 symbols]
